Custom Sub. Box for S14 Idea

[live2c2morrow]

So I will be making a custom sub box for my S14 and was wondering if anyone else would be interested. The box would fit in the Grannys attick of the S14 (that little shelf like spot in the trunk) and would hold two 10"s and maybe.....just maybe, 1 12". Schematics will be drawn up this weekend and a "prototype" will be made in about two weeks max. Positive input is more than welcome. :D

[Campbell]

id be interested man, keep me updated with what you come up with

[live2c2morrow]

id be interested man, keep me updated with what you come up with

Cool deal. I will keep this thread updated as I make progress. I will post pics to show what it looks like and as well as the final product. All materials will be cut using a CNC machine and will be custom fitted specifically for the S14 trunk.

[Karlitos]

i might be interested in a 12" with a spot to hold my amp in it too.

[innovation]

Could you attempt to make it in the spare tire spot? Ive always wanted a box that sits flush with the trunk

[live2c2morrow]

These are great ideas guys! I will draw up schematics first for the first idea and then work on the sub box for the spare tire area. Might require some fiberglass work and plexi-glass.

[live2c2morrow]

i might be interested in a 12" with a spot to hold my amp in it too.
That would be a little more customization. I would have to get the dimensions of the amp and them incorporate it into the design. I will keep a note of your request and draw up schematics for that after I complete the original idea.

[racerx2k1]

Be sure to get an advertiser account before selling these here.

http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

[joemon]

S13 hatch floor box with two 12s

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g286/j03m0n/my%20car/IMAG0159.jpg

[live2c2morrow]

Be sure to get an advertiser account before selling these here.

http://zilvia.net/advertise.html
Thanks for the info. I will sign up as soon as I complete the prototype and some testing. Thank you racerx2k1.

[live2c2morrow]

S13 hatch floor box with two 12s

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g286/j03m0n/my%20car/IMAG0159.jpg
Clean box!

[joemon]

I know it's not a s14 or even a trunk but innovation was talking bout a floor box with the spare tire.
So here was an example of a floor box

[joemon]

Any new update?

[Jayycob]

this is gonna be awesome!

[Jayycob]

subscribe to thread =]

[live2c2morrow]

Any new update?

I got a rough schematic as to what needs to be done and how its going to look. I will be inputting the information to AutoCAD. As soon as I have a chance, I will post a screenshot of what it should look like.

[joemon]

Updates again? Lol

[pogi_kep]

interested in this project also.

[live2c2morrow]

Sorry for the lag. :smash: The guy working with me on this project has been a little busy plus starting up a new business with my lady has taken up some time. I should have a better updated bu the middle of next week. Just hang on for a bit. Thanks for those who have subscribed. :D

[LOUD240]

you know i did custom audio fabrication for 20 years right??????

[live2c2morrow]

you know i did custom audio fabrication for 20 years right??????

Did not know that. You will hear from me soon Dino.

[8Nismo9]

any updates?

[ttLOVEjh s13]

when you get this s14 sub box done please hit me up im very interested... I was thinking of this same idea a few weeks ago but had no time..

[live2c2morrow]

^R&D has been really slow due to the holidays. We should pick back up by the end of this month. Sorry guys. Just be a little patient and this will be awesome!

[don_bagz]

interested to see how it goes.. im actually wanting some woofers but i dont want to get give up the little room the s14 has in its trunk.. im not going for 12" either, just want good sound quality.

[live2c2morrow]

interested to see how it goes.. im actually wanting some woofers but i dont want to get give up the little room the s14 has in its trunk.. im not going for 12" either, just want good sound quality.

I will first use 2 10"s for R&D then once that is completed move to the the 12's

[Pure_JDM]

S13 hatch floor box with two 12s

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g286/j03m0n/my%20car/IMAG0159.jpg

Clean setup, and I LOVE my Excelons...

[LOUD240]

you pay for the materials and ill help you knock it out

[live2c2morrow]

you pay for the materials and ill help you knock it out

Right on. Will hit you up when I am a little further down the R&D.

[PITCH]

How about a stealth box in the interior quarter panels? (to keep use of the rear seats fold down and trunk space)

[joemon]

Thanx I love the excelon too I think they rly r up they with the jls and arc and zapcos too
But thats just my opinion lol

Clean setup, and I LOVE my Excelons...

[GSXRJJordan]

Curious what ever came of this. To address a few questions:
* when mounting subs, it's important not only to make it the box/mount strong enough to support the sub, but it needs to be stiff enough to not rattle, and let the woofer work on the air (instead of the woofer working on the basket/mount). Mounting your woofer in the parcel tray will just vibrate the parcel tray, and mounting it in a quarterpanel will just vibrate your quarterpanel (unless you made a solid enclosure in either of those places, and then it's still possible).

* next you have to take the first reflection into account ~ the longer the first reflection (longer distance) the better the sound (generally). Firing a woofer into a corner for instance will give you lots of boomy, horrible-sounding bass, whereas firing it into an infinitely large room will give great fidelity. Don't mount your woofers in tiny spaces facing other tiny spaces.

Everyone wants to reinvent the wheel when it comes to subwoofer placement, but unless it's a show car, it'll almost certainly come out worse than if you just put a box behind the seats facing back into a well-prepped trunk.

[live2c2morrow]

Thanks for you input Jordan.
I am not trying to reinvent anything. I am simply going to make a box that will be solid and look great. Eventually I would like to sell these boxes either pre-assembled or parts ready for assembly. Thanks again Jordan.

[DataXUnknown]

^^Jeff knows his stuff really well and is seriously pro when it comes to this stuff. He has background in this area

And he has two first names, hahaha.

I've been curious to know also of what this is going to look like

[live2c2morrow]

^^Jeff knows his stuff really well and is seriously pro when it comes to this stuff. He has background in this area

And he has two first names, hahaha.

I've been curious to know also of what this is going to look like

I am not doubting Jeff and I really do appreciate his input. As far as how it is going to look. It is going to cover upper shelf in the S14's trunk and will house two 10's or a single 12. I am trying to make it as flush as possible so it looks built into the car. Installation will ideally be very easy and will be tethered to the car so it does not move anywhere. As soon as we have more information I will post it up and I hope to have some pics of a prototype by next month. Thanks for everyones patience.

[NissanEnthus]

I have always thought about this but using a simple 8'' is enough bass for me...maybe a 8" JL W7....but its a tight spot with limited space the box volume has to go with sub recommended specs...keep the updates coming.

[GSXRJJordan]

Thanks for you input Jordan.
I am not trying to reinvent anything. I am simply going to make a box that will be solid and look great. Eventually I would like to sell these boxes either pre-assembled or parts ready for assembly. Thanks again Jordan.

^^Jeff knows his stuff really well and is seriously pro when it comes to this stuff. He has background in this area

And he has two first names, hahaha.

I've been curious to know also of what this is going to look like

Haha thanks guys. Sounds cool.

I have always thought about this but using a simple 8'' is enough bass for me...maybe a 8" JL W7....but its a tight spot with limited space the box volume has to go with sub recommended specs...keep the updates coming.

It's interesting that you mention a "simple 8in" woofer then the JL W7... there's no reason to run a 8" W7, a smaller-mass 10" driver in a much shallower box will move more air and sound much more musical.

[NissanEnthus]

The reason I said simple is cause I'm not looking to go all out with bass (I'm past that stage)and I just want to fill in that low that my components obviously dont have. I figured a 8" inch would not take that much volume. I mentioned the 8" JL because I have used them for a long time and would be my preference...lol
But if this does come through I would definatley sign up for one!

[NissanEnthus]

Any updates?